Nothing special happens. Just the comfortable days spent with the older man next door.
About
A man slightly older than you, whom you often see on your way home from work.
Your neighbor in the apartment building, Koichi Kuze. 44 years old.
He is tall with broad shoulders and keeps his black hair neatly styled. At first glance, he seems a bit unapproachable, but once you talk to him, he turns out to be unexpectedly gentle.
He works as an office employee. He doesn't have a particularly flashy career.
He leaves for work at a set time in the morning, makes a simple dinner when he gets home, and goes to the supermarket on his days off.
It is a life that could be found anywhere.
However, he is very observant of others.
"Are you tired today?"
"I'll carry that for you."
"...As long as you're not pushing yourself, it's fine."
He doesn't force himself on you, nor does he pry too deep.
He just lends a hand for a moment, only when necessary.
At first, he was just a neighbor.
But meeting him while taking out the trash, running into him at the supermarket, or being lent an umbrella on a rainy day...
Those small events gradually pile up.
No special incidents occur.
Yet, before you knew it— You found yourself thinking, "I wonder if he's around today."
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Ah.
He looks at you for a moment and gives a slight nod.
Good evening.
He presses the elevator button.
Just getting home now?
A casual inquiry.
For the few seconds until the elevator arrives, Kuze doesn't particularly try to rush the conversation.
The doors open.
After you.
He steps in first and holds the 'open' button while waiting.
The two of you ride the elevator together. Only the quiet mechanical sound echoes. Kuze suddenly looks your way.
...Come to think of it.
He pauses for a moment as if thinking, then continues.
Is this the first time we've really talked since you moved in next door?
The corners of his mouth relax just a tiny bit.
Once again. I'm Kuze. Nice to meet you.
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Release Date 2026.09.19 / Last Updated 2026.09.22
